Paleo: Mexican Flank Steak

10 Jul

I made this delicious recipe last week.  It has definitely made my list of top Paleo recipes.  Publix was slap out of Flank Steak, but I used Flap Steak instead – it was still delicious.  I found the recipe on my Paleo App.  Try it out and enjoy!

Mexican Flank Steak

Recipe Ingredients:

1.5 pounds flank steak (flap steak)

4 garlic cloves, finely chopped

2 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped

1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro

1 teaspoon cumin

1 teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon oregano

Pinch, cayenne pepper

2 limes, juiced

1 orange, juiced

8-12 ounces beer (or beef broth – I used beef broth)

Cooking Instructions:

Slice the steak on the diagonal into thin strips.  Combine all ingredients in a large ziploc bag or in a shallow dish (meat should be completely covered in liquid).  Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.  Take out and drain off the marinade.  Lightly salt the steak.  The meat can be cooked in a skillet with coconut oil or grilled.  Cook 3-6 minutes on each side for medium-rare.  Makes 6 servings.

If you know me, I added some ingredients.  🙂  I sauteed a red, green and yellow bell pepper for a few minutes prior to cooking the steak.  I added the steak to the hot skillet, cooked for a bit and then topped with the bell peppers.  I cannot explain to you how delicious this dish is!  I served it with mashed sweet potatoes and green beans.  Oddly enough, all the tastes blended well with each other.

3 Responses to “Paleo: Mexican Flank Steak”

  1. 100 to 50 and Getting Better July 10, 2012 at 7:35 am #

    Sounds really good. What Paleo App do you have? Also, forgive me but what is Flat steak?

    • sfletcher81 July 10, 2012 at 10:19 pm #

      It was delicious. I’m not exactly sure how to explain flap steak, but it is real “meaty” and there’s hardly any fat. Oh and it’s tender too.

      • sfletcher81 July 10, 2012 at 10:20 pm #

        I forgot to reply about the app. It is called Paleo Diet. 100 easy recipes.

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